Pine Ridge Multiplex Construction

Amendment / Modification

This amendment (A0001) to Solicitation 75H70126R00009 makes the following changes:

• Provides Questions & Answers (Q&As) dated January 14, 2026.

• Adds Attachment B01, the Geotech Report.

• Incorporates two new FAR Clauses in Section I:

  • 52.209-9 Updates of Publicly Available Information Regarding Responsibility Matters (DEVIATION) (RFO AUG 2025)
  • 52.223-2 Reporting of Biobased Products Under Service and Construction Contracts (DEVIATION) (RFO NOV 2025)

• Replaces "Northern Cheyenne Tribe" with "Oglala Sioux Tribe" in Section H, Paragraph H.48 (Tribe Requirements).

• Section I (FAR Clauses)

• Section H, Paragraph H.48 (Tribe Requirements)

• The entire RFP has been updated and is attached as B01 RFP 75H70126R00009 Pine Ridge Multiplex Construction Amended by A0001.

• The Q&A provides clarifications relevant to bidder questions.

• The inclusion of the Geotech Report and updated FAR clauses may impact proposal preparation.

• All other terms and conditions of the original solicitation remain unchanged.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a Geotechnical Engineering Report for the Indian Health Services Duplex Project in Pine Ridge, South Dakota. It provides an analysis of subsurface soil and rock conditions, groundwater conditions, and offers recommendations for earthwork, foundation design, floor slabs, seismic considerations, corrosivity, and lateral earth pressures.

• Project Description: Outlines the proposed construction of new duplex structures for staff quarters.
• Geotechnical Characterization: Details the subsurface soil layers, including vegetative soil, clay, and bedrock (sandstone/siltstone).
• Earthwork Recommendations: Provides guidance on site preparation, excavation, subgrade preparation, and fill material types and compaction requirements.
• Foundation Design: Offers recommendations for shallow spread footings, including bearing material, allowable soil bearing pressure, minimum dimensions, frost protection, and estimated post-construction movement.
• Floor Slabs: Discusses slab-on-grade movement and provides design recommendations for floor slab support, modulus of subgrade reaction, and slab thickness.
• Seismic Considerations: States the professional opinion that the Seismic Site Classification is D.
• Corrosivity: Presents results of corrosivity tests and recommends a certified corrosion engineer for protective measures.
• Lateral Earth Pressures: Provides design parameters for below-grade structures and retaining walls.
• Attachments: Includes Exploration and Testing Procedures, Site Location and Exploration Plans, Exploration Results, and Supporting Information.

This report is crucial for bidders to understand the subsurface conditions and their implications for construction. It provides essential geotechnical data and recommendations that will directly influence foundation design, earthwork strategies, site preparation, and overall construction methods. Bidders should review this report to assess potential challenges, material requirements, and design considerations related to the soil and bedrock conditions at the project site.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for the construction of a multiplex at the Pine Ridge Hospital in Pine Ridge, SD. The project involves building a pre-designed multiplex, including civil, electrical, mechanical, plumbing, architectural, and fire protection aspects. The Indian Health Service has leased land for this housing project to accommodate hospital staffing needs.

• Construction of one multiplex (00N39) per the provided plan set and specifications.

• Adherence to all codes and standards listed in the Plan Sheets and Specifications.

• Provision of all materials, labor, equipment, and supervision.

• Submission of a Waste Management Plan.

• Daily site cleanup and site restoration.

• Provision of a one-year warranty covering material, labor, travel, and expenses with no deductibles.

• Adherence to OSHA regulations for safety and traffic management.

• Contract Type: Firm-Fixed Price

• Period of Performance: 730 calendar days from Notice to Proceed.

• Estimated Construction Magnitude: $5,000,000 - $10,000,000.

• Proposal Due Date: February 5, 2026, at 1:00 PM PT.

• Proposals must be submitted electronically in PDF format.

• Evaluation will be based on Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) source selection procedures.

• Key evaluation factors include: Specialized Experience, Example Construction Schedule and Narrative, Past Performance, Indian Economic Enterprise Representation, and Price.

• This procurement is a 100% Indian Small Business Economic Enterprise (ISBEE) set-aside.

• NAICS Code: 236116 New Multifamily Housing Construction (except For-Sale Builders).

• Size Standard: $45 million.

• Site Visit scheduled for Friday, January 16, 2026, at 10:00 AM Mountain Time.

• U.S. Department of Labor Wage Determination is provided in Attachment J01.

• Applicable tribe fees and/or taxes must be included in the firm fixed price.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a "Self-Performed Calculation Sheet" required for offerors to complete as part of their proposal submission. It is designed to help bidders calculate and document their compliance with the "Limitations on Subcontracting" clauses, specifically FAR 52.219-14 and FAR 52.219-17, and related CFR regulations.

• Calculation Worksheet: Requires bidders to input their total proposed price, subtract profit/fees, cost of materials, and costs incurred for non-similarly situated entities. The result is the estimated cost of contract performance for similarly situated entities, used to calculate the percentage of work performed by similarly situated entities.
• Prime Contractor and Subcontractors List: A table to list proposed prime contractor and subcontractors, their concern status (e.g., SB, 8(a), SDVOSB), work activities, and associated dollar values.
• Post-Completion Calculations: A section to repeat the self-performance calculations based on actual results achieved at the completion of the contract/task order.
• Definitions: Clarifies terms such as "Concern Status" and "Similarly situated entity."
• Regulatory References: Cites relevant regulations including FAR 52.219-14, FAR 52.219-17, and 13 CFR § 125.6.

Offerors must complete and submit this worksheet with their proposal to demonstrate compliance with small business subcontracting limitations. Failure to properly complete this form may impact proposal evaluation or award. It requires bidders to identify and quantify work performed by themselves and by similarly situated subcontractors versus non-similarly situated subcontractors.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is the "Indian Health Service Buy Indian Act Indian Economic Enterprise Representation Form." It serves as a self-certification for offerors to confirm they meet the definition of an "Indian Economic Enterprise" as required by the Buy Indian Act. This form is to be submitted in response to a Sources Sought Notice, Request for Information (RFI), or Solicitation.

• Eligibility Criteria: Offerors must certify that their enterprise meets the definition of an "Indian Economic Enterprise" throughout the offer period, at the time of contract award, and for the full contract performance period.
• Notification Requirement: Contractors must immediately notify the Contracting Officer in writing if they no longer meet eligibility requirements.
• Documentation: Contracting Officers may require documentation of eligibility before awarding Buy Indian Act contracts.
• Registration: Successful offerors must be registered with the System of Award Management (SAM).
• Penalties: False or misleading information is a violation of law, punishable under 18 U.S.C. 1001, and false claims are subject to penalties under 31 U.S.C. 3729-3731 and 18 U.S.C. 287.
• Representation Section: Requires the offeror to check a box indicating whether they represent that their offer does or does not meet the definition of an "Indian Economic Enterprise" with "Indian Ownership."
• Information Fields: Includes spaces for "Name of Federally Recognized Tribal Entity," "Name of the 51% owner of IEE Firm," "Business Name," "DUNS Number," "Certifying Signature," and "Print Name."

This form is critical for bidders responding to opportunities that include a Buy Indian Act set-aside or preference. Bidders must accurately complete this form to self-certify their eligibility. Failure to meet the definition or to properly complete the form could disqualify an offeror.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document contains the "100% CONSTRUCTION DOCUMENTS Project Specification Volume 2" for the Indian Health Service Pine Ridge AE Multiplex Design project. It details the project specifications for construction.

This document is a comprehensive compilation of specifications organized into divisions and sections, covering various aspects of construction. Key divisions include:

• Division 01 - General Requirements: Covers certifications, project management, coordination, progress documentation, submittal procedures, quality requirements, temporary facilities, execution, waste management, closeout procedures, and commissioning.
• Division 03 - Concrete: Details requirements for cast-in-place concrete.
• Division 04 - Masonry: Covers concrete unit masonry and masonry veneer.
• Division 06 - Wood, Plastics, and Composites: Includes rough carpentry, sheathing, insulating moisture resistant wall sheathing, shop fabricated wood trusses, and architectural cabinets.
• Division 07 - Thermal and Moisture Protection: Covers bituminous dampproofing, thermal insulation, standing seam metal roof panels, engineered wood siding, sheet metal flashing, and snow guards.
• Division 08 - Openings: Includes hollow metal doors and frames, flush wood doors, access doors, aluminum-framed storefronts, vinyl windows, glazing, and fixed louvers.
• Division 09 - Finishes: Covers gypsum board, ceramic tiling, resilient base and accessories, resilient tile flooring (LVT), exterior painting, and interior painting.
• Division 10 - Specialties: Includes room identification panel signage, toilet, bath, and laundry accessories, and fire extinguishers.
• Division 11 - Equipment: Covers residential appliances.
• Division 12 - Furnishings: Includes roller window shades, solid surfacing countertops, and entrance floor mats and frames.
• Volume 2: Contains Geotechnical Data and Selective Demolition specifications.
• Division 21 - Fire Protection: Details wet-pipe sprinkler systems.
• Division 22 - Plumbing: Covers common motor requirements, piping, valves, hangers, supports, vibration controls, HVAC piping insulation, commissioning, meters, gages, ball valves, check valves, gate valves, and plumbing fixtures.
• Division 23 - Heating, Ventilating, and Air Conditioning (HVAC): Includes common motor requirements, HVAC piping insulation, duct insulation, and air diffusers.
• Division 26 - Electrical: Covers supplemental requirements, low-voltage power conductors, grounding and bonding, conduits, boxes, panelboards, electricity metering, wiring devices, surge protective devices, and lighting control devices.
• Division 28 - Security and Fire Alarm & Detection: Includes addressable fire-alarm systems.
• Division 31 - Earthwork: Covers site clearing, excavation, soil preparation, native seeding, and crushed aggregate base course.
• Division 32 - Exterior Improvements: Includes concrete paving.
• Division 33 - Utilities: Covers water distribution systems, sanitary sewer systems, and stormwater conveyance.
• Appendix A: Contains the Geotechnical Engineering Report.

This document is crucial for bidders as it outlines the detailed technical specifications and requirements for the construction of the Indian Health Services Duplex Project. It defines the materials, methods, and standards that must be adhered to, directly impacting the scope, quality, and cost of the project. Bidders must thoroughly review these specifications to accurately estimate costs, plan their execution strategy, and ensure compliance with all project requirements. The detailed breakdown by division and section allows bidders to focus on the specific areas relevant to their scope of work.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for the construction of a multiplex at the Pine Ridge Hospital in Pine Ridge, South Dakota. The project involves building a pre-designed multiplex, including civil, electrical, mechanical, plumbing, architectural, and fire protection aspects. The Indian Health Service (IHS) is procuring this project as a 100% Indian Small Business Economic Enterprise (ISBEE) set-aside.

• Construction of one multiplex (00N39) according to the provided plan set and specifications.

• Provision of all materials, labor, equipment, and supervision.

• Adherence to all applicable codes and standards.

• Submission of a Waste Management Plan.

• Provision of a one-year warranty for materials, labor, and travel.

• Compliance with OSHA regulations and IHS safety policies.

• Development and adherence to a detailed construction schedule.

• Submission of various documents including submittals, O&M manuals, and as-built drawings.

• Contract Type: Firm-fixed price.

• Period of Performance: 730 calendar days from Notice to Proceed.

• Estimated Magnitude: $5,000,000 to $10,000,000.

• NAICS Code: 236116 (New Multifamily Housing Construction (except For-Sale Builders)).

• Size Standard: $45 million.

• Proposal Due Date: February 5, 2026, at 1:00 PM PT.

• Proposals must be submitted electronically in PDF format.

• Evaluation will be based on Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) source selection procedures.

• Key evaluation factors include Specialized Experience, Example Construction Schedule and Narrative, Past Performance, Indian Economic Enterprise Representation, and Price.

• This procurement is a 100% Indian Small Business Economic Enterprise (ISBEE) set-aside.

• Offerors must be Indian Economic Enterprises (IEE) and small business concerns.

• A site visit is scheduled for Friday, January 16, 2026, at 10:00 AM Mountain Time.

• Offerors are urged to inspect the site.

• All inquiries must be submitted in writing to the Contract Specialist and Contracting Officer.

• Attachments include Wage Determination, Plan Set, Project Specifications Manuals, and various forms.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a General Decision Number (GDN) for residential construction projects in South Dakota, specifically detailing prevailing wage rates. It serves as a reference for contractors to ensure compliance with labor standards.

• Applicable Area: Residential construction projects (single-family homes and apartments up to 4 stories) in all counties of South Dakota.
• Wage Rates: Lists specific hourly rates and fringe benefits for various trades including Sprinkler Fitter, Carpenter, Cement Mason/Concrete Finisher, Drywall Hanger, Electrician, HVAC Mechanic, Laborers (Common, Pipelayer), Painter, and Plumber.
• Executive Order Notes: Includes information on Executive Order (EO) 13706 (Paid Sick Leave) and EO 13658 (Minimum Wage for Federal Contractors), outlining contractor obligations.
• Rate Identifiers: Explains the meaning of various identifiers (e.g., SU, UAVG, SA) used to denote the source and type of wage rates.
• Appeals Process: Outlines the procedure for appealing wage determination decisions.

Bidders must review these prevailing wage rates to accurately estimate labor costs for their proposals. Compliance with these rates is a requirement for federal construction contracts. The document also highlights important worker protections and contractor obligations related to paid sick leave and minimum wage.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a "Plan Set" containing construction drawings for the "AE Multiplex Design - Pine Ridge, SD - Pine Ridge Staff Quarters" project for the Indian Health Services.

• Drawing Index: Lists all architectural, civil, electrical, fire alarm, mechanical, plumbing, and structural drawings included in the plan set.
• Vicinity and Location Maps: Show the project site in relation to the surrounding area.
• Civil Drawings (C001-C505): Detail existing conditions, site plans, utility plans, grading, ramps, retaining walls, and various construction details.
• Architectural Drawings (A001-A603): Cover code information, accessible design details, floor plans, reflected ceiling and roof plans, exterior elevations, wall sections, enlarged plans, door and finish schedules, and room signage.
• Structural Drawings (S001-S513): Include general notes, abbreviations, symbols, tables, foundation plans, roof framing plans, framing details, and wall sections.
• Fire Protection Drawings (F001-F500): Detail general notes, symbols, and overall floor plans for fire alarm and sprinkler systems.
• Mechanical Drawings (M001-M701): Cover abbreviations, symbols, general notes, ductwork symbols, control instruments, mechanical floor plans, roof plans, enlarged plans, details, schedules, and control sequences.
• Plumbing Drawings (P001-P602): Include abbreviations, symbols, general notes, piping diagrams, roof plans, enlarged plans, details, schedules, and riser diagrams.
• Electrical Drawings (E001-E601): Provide abbreviations, symbols, general notes, sheet index, lighting floor plans, power floor plans, enlarged plans, details, schedules, and one-line diagrams.

This comprehensive set of construction drawings provides all the necessary technical details for potential bidders to understand the scope of work, design requirements, and specifications for the construction of the Pine Ridge Staff Quarters. It is essential for accurate bidding and project execution.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document contains the "100% CONSTRUCTION DOCUMENTS" for the "Pine Ridge AE Multiplex Design Project" located in Pine Ridge, South Dakota. It is Volume 1 of the Project Specification.

This document is a Table of Contents for the Project Specifications, Volume 1. It outlines the various divisions and sections of the specifications, covering:

• General Requirements (Division 01)
• Concrete (Division 03)
• Masonry (Division 04)
• Wood, Plastics, and Composites (Division 06)
• Thermal and Moisture Protection (Division 07)
• Openings (Division 08)
• Finishes (Division 09)
• Specialties (Division 10)
• Equipment (Division 11)
• Furnishings (Division 12)
• Plumbing (Division 22)
• Heating, Ventilating, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) (Division 23)
• Electrical (Division 26)
• Earthwork (Division 31)
• Exterior Improvements (Division 32)
• Utilities (Division 33)
• Appendix A: Geotechnical Engineering Report

Volume 2 is referenced for Geotechnical Data and Selective Demolition.

This document serves as a detailed index of the construction specifications. Bidders should review this Table of Contents to understand the full scope of work and the specific technical requirements for each trade and material that will be part of the project. It is crucial for assessing the project's complexity, identifying all components of the work, and preparing accurate bids.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is Attachment J07, the Company Specialized Experience - Construction Form, for Solicitation Number 75H70126R00009. Bidders must use this form to provide examples of relevant construction projects completed within the last six (6) years that demonstrate experience with projects of similar scope and complexity.

Each project submission requires the following information:

• Type of Project Represented
• Firm's Name
• Name of Project
• Location of Project
• Owner
• General Scope of Construction Project
• Type of Facility
• Size of Building (gross square feet and number of stories)
• Your Role (Prime, Joint Venture, Subcontractor) and Work Self-Performed
• Dollar Value of the Contract
• Extent and Type of Work Subcontracted Out
• Dates Construction: Began and Completed (% Completed)
• Performance Evaluation by Owner (if known)
• Whether terminated or assessed liquidated damages (with explanation if "Yes")
• Owner's Point of Contact for Reference (Name and Company)
• Current Telephone Number of Reference POC

This form is critical for bidders to demonstrate their qualifications and relevant experience to the government. Completing this form accurately and thoroughly is essential for proposal evaluation under the Specialized Experience factor of the solicitation.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is Attachment J08, a Past Performance Questionnaire (PPQ) form (Form PPQ-0) for Solicitation 75H70126R00009. It is designed to collect feedback on a contractor's past performance from clients.

• Contractor Information: Fields for firm name, CAGE code, DUNS number, address, contact details, and details about the work performed (prime, subcontractor, etc.).
• Contract Information: Requires details on contract number, type, title, location, award/completion dates, original and final prices, and explanations for any differences.
• Project Description: Asks for a description of the project, its complexity, and its relevance to the current submission.
• Client Information: Fields for client name, title, contact details, and their role in the project.
• Performance Ratings: A section for the client to rate the contractor's performance using adjective ratings (Exceptional, Very Good, Satisfactory, Marginal, Unsatisfactory, Not Applicable) across categories such as Quality, Schedule/Timeliness, Customer Satisfaction, Management/Personnel/Labor, Cost/Financial Management, and Safety/Security.
• Remarks: Space for clients to provide narrative feedback, specific strengths, weaknesses, deficiencies, or overall comments.

Bidders must have their clients complete this questionnaire for past projects. The completed questionnaire will be submitted with the proposal as part of the Past Performance evaluation. The form guides the client on what information is needed to assess the contractor's performance and its relevance to the current opportunity. The government reserves the right to verify all information provided.